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I'm currently investigating bird movements within local environments and feel the need for a 360° camera for my bird-logging efforts and to help educate myself on how better to understand species motivations and choices as they move through the local landscape, I can't tell you how many times I wish I had eyes behind my head while out in the field! So, I'll likely start with the GoPro Max as it seems to offer the best combo of IQ and audio quality (AQ?) in the market at this moment.
Beyond that, I'm eagerly awaiting the impending S1 v.2 Firmware, and I've been debating with myself (for way-too-long) on the choice between a BP4029 M/S mic (I love M/S recording!) or the more-sensitive BP4025 X/Y mic.

The GH5s sensor is 13mm high and 2760 pixels is the max recorded value high.
The Pocket 4K is 10mm high and  2160 pixels is the max recorded value high.
The E2 / E2-4M is 13mm high and 2772 pixels is the max recorded value high.
The Terra 4K is probably the same a the GH5s from what I gather, but I did not find a specifications with the information.
So comparing the stated heights of the sensor the odd sensor out is the Pocket 4K.  I suspect that part of the reason I like the look of the E2-M4 over the Pocket 4K is the performance of the sensor.
Thanks!  Mark
 
 
 
 

Z-cam looks to be here to stay. There were rumors of shortages of the processor Z-cam uses, but their entire product line is in stock at BH Photo except for the original E2. Z-cam also looks to be introducing a competitor to the Red Komodo with the release of the Z CAM E2-S6G Super 35mm 6K Cinema Camera (Global Shutter) due in April.
So, with what appears to be a stable company and expanding product line, it is worth taking a second look at the E2-M4 now that Z-cam has now released firmware 0.98.0 that enables Pro Res recording at all frame rates on the E2-M4. This includes 4k @ 120fps, 4K 2.4:1  @ 160fps & 1080p @ 240fps in Pro Res, so you don't have the overhead of decoding H265.
 
A natural comparison is to the Blackmagic Pocket 4k, which has a few advantages:
1. 12bit BRAW
2. LCD Screen
3. SD Card Recording
4. $200 cheaper
5. AC to DC power supply included
6. About 1/2 lbs lighter
 
Some of the E2-M4 advantages are:
1. 4k @ 120p and 4k 2.4:1 @ 160fps slow-motion recorded to Pro Res internally as well as un-cropped 1080p @ 240p for super-slow motion but it does line skip.
2a. Wireless video monitoring to iPhone or iPad (or both at the same time) with only 100ms delay, which better than many less expensive wireless HDMI solutions when you add the HDMI latency of the camera HDMI out.
2b. You can also plug in your iPhone into the USB C port via a cable and it will take the place of the wireless link and charge your phone at the same time as well as ensure a reliable connection.
2c. The app functions much like a real monitor with 1080p resolution, peaking, scopes etc as well as does camera control.
3. 5-pin Limo to dual balanced mic pre inputs with phantom power (adapter cable required)
4. Interchangeable lens mounts including a optional locking M4/3 mount as well as an EF or PL that can take their variable electronic ND (the M4/3 and M4/3 locking can not take the vari-ND) There is a mount with a built in speed booster.
5. Box camera so it is a better shape to balance on a gimbal.
6a. Different sensor than the Blackmagic Pocket 4k that does not have the magenta shift at when under exposing
6b. This sensor is significantly taller than the Pocket 4k sensor so it is much better for shooting anamorphic.
6c. The combination of difference sensor and Z-Cam color science and color profiles provide a different look and some will prefer it to the Blackmagic 4K.
7. Expanded ISO limits depending on your shooting mode up to 102,400  vs  25,600 of the  Blackmagic Pocket 4k.
8. HDMI output can output up to 4k depending on the shooting mode.
9a. Large, more powerful, longer lasting battery options using the Sony L-Series.
9b. Power output from the camera to power a monitor.
10. Can shoot ProRes RAW via recording to the Ninja V. (not really an advantage if you use Resolve due to BRAW support)
11. Live streaming via Ethernet port.
 
As they in Spinal Tap: these go to 11.
 
For an extra $200, it is worth considering the Z-cam E2-M4, especially if you are a Final Cut Pro user, if you own an Ninja V, or if you own a Ronin S.  Here's part 1 or a great 3 part review of the E2-M4 by Adam Wilt: https://www.provideocoalition.com/review-z-cam-e2-m4-mft-cine-camera-part-1/
Thanks!
Mark

Resolve is great but Neat Video is still getting my job done.

I found it enough for handling the task. A computer is beyond the CPU.

https://www.nvidia.com/en-eu/geforce/gaming-laptops/
https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22226544/nvidia-rtx-3080-laptops-gpus-ces-2021
https://www.engadget.com/nvidia-rtx-30-series-laptop-annoucement-ces-2021-172820967.html
 

 

Small & lightweight 1.3Kg + 1Kg solution absolutely amazing, powerful and unique up to 32GB of memory (16GB VRAM based on the new RTX 3080 by Nvidia) puts this brand in the tech top today IMHO.
https://www.gamerbraves.com/check-out-rogs-flow-x13-convertible-gaming-laptop-and-xg-mobile-external-gpu/
3 grand.

Funny. Looks like this is the best online resource for this smartphone.

Jokes aside...
- 2014 is pretty irrelevant unless in order to check their actual performance;
- their business has proven to be effective in a difficult year for every business on earth and in a special way for the camera industry as whole;
- let alone the end on an era all camera manufacturers live nowadays (nothing to make me happy with, BTW) ;
- their subscrition model clearly shows they have a strategy and the results show them to succeed.
Markets speak volumes.
I guess we have no need to go on 'how to properly read financial charts' atm... : X
 
I am happy for them, no matter how I love interchangeable and much bigger sensor size cameras.
 
That said, I never bought a single GoPro camera unit so far...
...but the fact they have adopted David Newman as their main technical resource who made History with Slumdog Millionaire, among other milestones, got every piece of respect I may show for their endeavour.
 
I definitely see evolution in each release of them and praise it, hence my hats off to anyone involved, their customers basis included.

The things we learn in a cameras forum! : D Six years and a half charts are a new must-have... Wait, no, no, the importance of 52-Week High and Low charts five years ago... LOL ; )
https://www.barrons.com/articles/gopro-stock-soars-19-as-new-camera-drives-better-than-expected-profits-51604686232
GoPro shares are flying on Friday after the specialty video-camera company posted third-quarter financial results that were dramatically better than the company had previously projected.
For the quarter, GoPro (ticker: GPRO) reported revenue of $281 million, up an impressive 114% from a year ago and up 109% from the previous quarter—and well ahead of the company’s forecast range of $220 million to $250 million. (Nov. 6, 2020)
 
 

Done, by suggestion of our webmaster, let's focus here for the overheating hassle : )
 
Still wondering if this cannot help the overheating issue coupled to an aluminium cage...

This is coming from the main R5 thread:
Manufacturer's webpage link:

 

Some additional accessory suggested by an useful tip from our user member's entry @Jn-.
 
And here are the last contributions to the talk:
 
 

No IBIS is a deal breaker for people used to already have it in 2020 for less than 6000 bucks.
That electronic ND filter also going along the a7SIII might be the extra plus against the most direct competitors today for growing their E-mount adopters basis indeed. Lack of future sales perspective from their side if you ask me :- )

Yeah, M1 chip all way long.

Truly mind-blowing. For all the shit Apple gets, and often well-deserved since they do put out a lot of bullshit, the M1 is an industry disrupter. Processor clock speeds and ram sizes are rendered meaningless now, especially with the optimization w/ macOS. 
Sure, the next more advanced M1 Macs will be insane, but I'm not waiting if I can do basic 4K-8K editing for the next few years with a cheap, small, quiet computer. I can't wait to get this damn egpu off my desk, farting hot air into my face. (If only SSDs would improve in $/TB, and I can get rid of this 8-disk raid too). 
With the M1, Apple hasn't created a more innovative product since the original iPhone. Speaking of which, I'm returning this 12 pro max for a Mac mini. Why would I need a new phone during another year of lockdowns? Fooled me again, apple. 
But M1 is a Great Leap Forward.
 
 

That's a double challenge indeed : )
Isn't that what they actually try?? ; )
It's not true such attempt is totally useless at all.
Without mention, cut is part of the process, post (part of this craft) is not only trying to correct with 10% warp stabilization.
That said, imperfection is part of this art. There is a level of tolerance on both ways for sure. Other than that it's just people complaining on web ;- )

Yeah, not surprises here, very underrated one indeed.
In Portuguese now (sorry folks, @techie you're right!) but quite of a remark -- selfie camera included on 8K (BTW 5 to 8 minutes before overheating in accordance with the reviewer info/tip) and 4K 120fps for a little bargain, that is, for 800 bucks:
 

Some other interesting pretty neat useful feature is this one, never seen before going along a smartphone AFAIK:
 

Here's more a few frames of high resolution & frame rate coupled to a nice review on the device:
 
Poor highlights can be compensated with Camera2 API (you can also rewind & FF for a real comparison test among three of the best offers on the Android side IMHO: Samsung, Xiaomi & ASUS -- from Taiwan, so use subs tool as you wish) :
 
WTH this bargain is... A perfect no-brainer along the best mode/tool setting:

to offer the best selfie capture device ever as well:
...and a new standard for 3D acquisition too to potentially overcome sync needs :- )
 

I think it is, yes, they already sell that Aluminum Heat Sink without the SSD as accessory: 
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-2280-Rocket-Heatsink-SB-HTSK/dp/B07TN2RX2K

I think it is, yes, they already sell that Aluminum Heat Sink without the SSD as accessory: 
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-2280-Rocket-Heatsink-SB-HTSK/dp/B07TN2RX2K

There's a new kid on the block... just launched to follow Samsung's 980 Pro announcement and actually is the fastest drive of its class to come and be available very soon (price TBA):
http://reviewcentralme.com/2020/09/01/sabrent-unleashes-rocket-4-plus-the-worlds-fastest-pcie-4-0-nvme-ssd/
 
I guess heatsink is somehow removable so can be adapted to the Zitay adapter, even though overheating handling is everything a Canon user can ask for these days...
 
 

More amazing news from Z Cam:  the E2-M4 is on the way, which is the same internals as the Z Cam E2 but with the body and interchangeable mount of the S6/F6. It does not have the multicam sync feature of the E2, however. It's $1500 in the US. If you bolt Z Cam's 1st party focal reducer on the front, you basically have a S35 active locking EF cinema camera in a tiny package for a low price.
https://cvp.com/product/z-cam-e2-m4-cinematic-camera
Also, the S6 and F6 will have price drops of $500 and $1k respectively.

The new firmware (v0.95) enables ProRes RAW over HDMI to Atomos recorders on all E2 models. This includes the $800 E2c. This means that the E2 series now has not one, but two different Raw formats.
I'm sort of surprised the Z Cam is still barely talked about here. It checks a lot of boxes that people complain about with the P4K. The entire series now has H.264, H.265, ProRes, ZRAW, and ProRes RAW recording capabilities, plus incredible frame rate options at full sensor width on the E2, multiple crop options and aspect ratios, low rolling shutter, long battery life, and incredible build quality. I recently got one, though probably won't have any projects to use it on for a few months.